Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1589: Certificates of Birth, Licenses, and Identification Cards - Sex Designation (Birth Certificate Modernization Act)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1589 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Certificates of Birth, Licenses, and Identification Cards - Sex Designation (Birth Certificate Modernization Act). Primary sponsor: Martinez, Kris Fair (Democratic), Gabriel Acevero (Democratic), Bonnie Cullison (Democratic), Teresa Woorman (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 15, 2026): First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martinez | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Kris Fair | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3 |
| Gabriel Acevero | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Bonnie Cullison | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Teresa Woorman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 16 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations